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An Ethernet cable Computers are networked with network cables (ethernet cables as stated above), also know by their rating, cat5 cat5e cat6 etc. A network cable runs from a computer to a switch, which is like a busy junction that co-ordinates data traffic between machines.
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Can a harddrive connect a computer to a network?
Er, no. You need a networking cable that goes from your PC to a router or cable box or some rooms have a wall outlet that goes directly to the network. The hard drive is simply the main storage device for you own PC.
I have cable for main computer.How do I get internet to my laptop.?
Subscribe to an ISP for internet such as IVC Telecom and then connect your laptop to the modem with an ethernet cable or connect wirelessly using wifi, assuming your laptop has a wireless network card.
How are computer link in a network?
To connect computer to a network you need a network adapter, a broadband modem or a mobile modem. Two main types of connections are corded and cordless.Corded connections use an Ethernet wire (Ethernet network adapters) or a cable TV wire (broadband modems).Cordless connections use a WiFi network signal (Wireless network adapters) or a GSM/EDGE/UMTS mobile signal (mobile modems).
What is the function of network cards in computer?
A Network interface card, NIC, or Network card is an electronic device that connects a computer to a computer network, usually a LAN. It is considered a piece of computer hardware. Today, most computers are equipped with network cards.
What is the main function of an Ethernet external hard drive?
The main function of the Ethernet external hard drive is to connect the internet between the modem and the computer. To be able to connect internet, you need an Ethernet cable.
How can you run programs installed on main computer on a second computer while allowing both computers to be used?
theres a few ways you can do this you can install both aplication on both computers or if they are connected to the name network you can turn network discovery ont he main computer on and connect them as the same workgroup and right click the applictions luncher and share it then on the second computer you can connect to it wireless and run it that way
How do you connect PS3 to computer?
You don't connect the PS3 to a computer but to the internet service the computer uses to get online. All the ads showing features for the PS3 state Online connectivity requires broadband internet service and network devices such as a DSL or cable modem. Most people who have this also require a router and an ethernet cable or a wireless router to allow connection of more than one device to there internet service. Once the PS3 is connected with an ethernet cable or you have a wireless router then you go to the PS3 main menu settings and then the Network setting then network connections. The router allows to to connect both the PS3 and the PC to the internet and continue to use both without having to disconnect one of them each time you need to use a different device.
What is the tap off in cable network?
Tap off in cable networks is a point in the network where a branch cable is connected in order to connect a customer or a subscriber. It is usually done by a splitter or a coupler. Tap off points are also used to measure the signal strength or to monitor the quality of the transmission. The tap off point is usually connected from the main trunk cable to the side branch cable. Tap off points are also used to connect amplifiers and other devices in the network. Tap off points are used to connect branch cables to the main trunk cable. Tap off points can be used to measure signal strength or monitor transmission quality. Amplifiers and other devices can be connected to tap off points.
What network topology relies on a main line of network cabling normally coaxial cable?
Bus
Do you need 2 bluetooth dongles to connect a laptop to main PC?
If neither of the computers have Bluetooth hardware in them already, then yes, you will need one dongle per computer (so 2 altogether). Extra: If you're wanting to transfer data at that limited range, you might be able to connect the computers to the same network (via WiFi or Ethernet cables) or connect them directly using an Ethernet crossover cable.
What components and cables are needed to connect 4 computers?
for connecting 4 computers you would need a "hub"(en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Network_hub), and a cat5 cable to connect each computer to the "hub". each computer would also need a "network card"(en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Network_card), alot of modern computers come with a network card integrated so you may not need to purchase it separately.
What is the main of computer that connect the other computer?
It is the CPU or Centeral Prosessing Unit.
